Perth woman Lucy Woods highlights diabetes stigma and community support during awareness
Perth woman Lucy Woods has shared her experience with Type 1 diabetes on social media for three years, emphasizing that stigma persists but there are positives, such as community support. Woods, 24, stresses the importance of open conversations to challenge stereotypes, coinciding with National Diabetes Week from July 12 to 18, which aims to amplify lived experiences of diabetes.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 18:00 UTC
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